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Another term for common law is?

Unknown exactly what phraseology the questioner is seeking. Common law is based on precedent (legal principles developed in earlier case law) instead of statutory (government passed) laws. It is the traditional law of an area or region created by judges when deciding individual disputes or cases. Common law changes over time.


What is the definition of the term test case?

The term of "Test Case" is a legal term. A test case is a legal case which sets precedent for other cases which have the same question of law involved.


What is another term for copyright law?

Intellectual property law is a broader term. You might also use the specific name of the law in your area.


When do you use the nominative case?

The nominative case is a grammatical term indicating that a noun or pronoun is the subject of a sentence or clause; another term for subjective case.


What is meant by the term "landmark case"?

a case in which the Supreme Court's decision greatly alters the interpretation of a law


Term that refers to the body that decides a case of law or the place where it is decided?

A court


What is another term for laws?

Mandates Statutes. Codes.


What is another term in the United Stares for competition law?

Another term in the United States for competition law is Anti-trust law. You can get information about this at the Wikipedia. Once on the website, type "Competition law" into the search field at the top of the page and press enter to bring up the information.


What does the term "held" signify in the context of a court case?

In the context of a court case, the term "held" signifies the decision or ruling made by the court on a particular legal issue or point of law. It indicates the outcome or conclusion reached by the court in a specific case.


What does Trailing Case mean in court of law?

In a court of law, a "trailing case" refers to a legal case that is delayed or postponed, often due to its dependence on the outcome of a related case or because it is scheduled to be heard after another case. This can occur in situations where multiple cases involve similar issues or parties, and the resolution of one case may influence the proceedings of another. Trailing cases may be set aside until the primary case is resolved.


How are laws derived from case law?

"Laws" are not derived from "case law" - DECISIONS are derived from case law.


Would your sister-in-law's sister be your sister-in-law as well?

There are two ways you can have a sister-in-law. In one case, her sister is also your sister-in-law and in the other she is not. Your sister-in-law can be the sister of your spouse. Then your sister-in-law's sister is either your wife or is also your sister-in-law. Your sister-in-law can also be the wife of your brother. In that case, your sister-in-law's sister is not related to you.

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